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Soccer · Champions League · published 2026-10-18T00:00:00+00:00 · via Yahoo Sports NFL

PSG's Nuno Mendes sidelined several weeks by thigh injury, out against Barcelona

Paris Saint-Germain announced that left back Nuno Mendes has a torn left thigh and will be sidelined for several weeks. He left Saturday's 3-1 Ligue 1 victory at Strasbourg in the 53rd minute. The Portugal international will not be available for PSG's match against Barcelona.

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Paris Saint-Germain announced that Nuno Mendes has a torn left thigh. The left back will be sidelined for several weeks and will not be available for PSG’s match against Barcelona. He is a Portugal international.

Mendes left Saturday’s 3-1 Ligue 1 victory at Strasbourg in the 53rd minute. His absence means PSG will be without him for the coming weeks, including the Barcelona fixture.

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The absence could affect PSG’s preparation and options for a high-profile Champions League match, while supporters and teammates may notice the loss of a left back. It may also create an opportunity for another player to step in, and for Mendes, the weeks ahead could involve recovery and missing important fixtures. The impact is likely limited to the sporting sphere, though it may shape short-term expectations around the club.

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